Cappadocia Local Events
Cappadocia, the " land of beautiful horses" is a famous tourist destination of Turkey. The region has a rich heritage of culture and tradition. Colorful festivals and Cappadocia events form an integral and important part of Turkey. Cappadocia, being one of the premier tourism destinations of Turkey, has its own unique festivals and events. Agricultural festivals play an important part in Turkish rural life. These festivals and events in Cappadocia have caught the fascination of millions across the world.
Below are the different festivals and events in Cappadocia.
Events
Cappadocia MTB Festival
26/06/2010 - 28/06/2010
Place: 27th. June Goreme & 29th. June Urgup
This event runs along with the Capadocia Annual International Mountainbike Stage Race and Festival. Mountain bikers from all around the world are invited for the Cappadocia MTB Festival Tour for Racers and Non-Racers, at the end of June in Turkey.
6th International Art Camp in Cappadocia
21/06/2010 - 30/06/2010
Place: Karlik Evi Hotel - Uchisar / Cappadocia
Karlik Evi sponsors an art festival annually in June.
Haci Bektas Veli Commemoration Ceremony
16/08/2010 - 18/08/2010
Place: Hacibektas / Cappadocia
Cappadocia Avanos International Tourism and Handicrafts Festival
31/08/2010 - 07/09/2010
Place: Avanos / Cappadocia
The village of Avanos in the province of Cappadocia has been known for many years as a great pottery-producing centre. Cappadocia is one of the most important Handicrafts Centres in Turkey, with various crafts being developed in Cappadocia.
10th. Goreme Local Food Contest (Forgotten Flavours of Goreme)
24/09/2010 - 30/09/2010
Place: Goreme / Cappadocia
Grape Harvest Festival in Urgup
03/10/2010 - 06/10/2010
Place: Urgup / Cappadocia
